Audrey

Meaning & origin

Audrey is a feminine given name of English origin, derived from elements meaning "noble" and "strength." Common nicknames include Addie, Audie, Drey, and Drea. The name is strongly associated with actress Audrey Hepburn, as well as with other notable figures such as Audrey Tautou and Audrey Meadows. Singer Faith Hill was born Audrey, while Audrey Meaney is known for her work as a British archaeologist. Historical and literary bearers of the name include Audrey Malte, the illegitimate daughter of Henry VIII, and novelist Audrey Niffenegger, author of "The Time Traveler's Wife." Fictional uses of the name appear in Shakespeare's "As You Like It" as well as in "Little Shop of Horrors," which features both a female character named Audrey and a carnivorous plant of the same name. Television examples include Audrey Hanson ("Heroes"), Audrey Horne ("Twin Peaks"), and Audrey Raines ("24"). "Little Audrey" was also a cartoon and comic-strip character of the mid-20th century.

First names similar to Audrey

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Famous people with the first name Audrey

• Audrey Geisel Person
• Audrey Hobert American singer
• Audrey Hepburn Actor
• Audrey Nuna Singer
• Audrey Meadows American actress
• Audrey Tautou Actor
• Audrey Werro Athlete
• Audrey Landers Singer

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